2008 Rover 75 vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (256 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 783 kg more than 2008 Rover 75.
Because 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 75 | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 75 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
